Dole Italian Blend Recall: FDA Class I

Why it was recalled

USDA MDP program collected samples of finished product Dole Italian Blend and had positive sample results for Listeria Monocytogenes.

Product description

Dole Italian Blend; Romaine, Radicchio; 10 oz plastic bag (283g); UPC:7143000819. Dole, Monterey, CA 93942.

Lot numbers, UPCs & expiration codes

Code number 0049N2202008. Best by Date of August 20, 2012.

Where it was sold

Distributors in FL, NC, PA, SC, VA, MD and AL

What to do if you have this product

Compare the brand, size, and lot/UPC codes on your package with the codes above.
If it matches, don't eat it. Return it to the store for a refund or throw it away.
Wash surfaces and containers that touched the product.
If you feel sick after eating it, contact your doctor. In an emergency call 911.

Recall details

Recall number: F-2099-2012
Classification: Class I
Status: Terminated
Recall initiated: Aug 22, 2012
FDA report date: Sep 5, 2012
Quantity: 1039 cases
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated
Recalling firm: Dole Fresh Vegetables Inc

Original FDA data

Every field from FDA enforcement report F-2099-2012, exactly as published.

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City: Monterey
State: CA
Status: Terminated
Country: United States
Event ID: 62976
Address: 2959 Salinas Hwy
Code information: Code number 0049N2202008. Best by Date of August 20, 2012.
Postal code: 93940-6400
Report date: Sep 5, 2012
Product type: Food
Recall number: F-2099-2012
Classification: Class I
Recalling firm: Dole Fresh Vegetables Inc
Product quantity: 1039 cases
Termination date: Sep 27, 2012
Reason for recall: USDA MDP program collected samples of finished product Dole Italian Blend and had positive sample results for Listeria Monocytogenes.
Voluntary / mandated: Voluntary: Firm initiated
Product description: Dole Italian Blend; Romaine, Radicchio; 10 oz plastic bag (283g); UPC:7143000819. Dole, Monterey, CA 93942.
Distribution pattern: Distributors in FL, NC, PA, SC, VA, MD and AL
Recall initiation date: Aug 22, 2012
Initial firm notification: Press Release
Center classification date: Aug 28, 2012

How we source this data

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration enforcement report F-2099-2012, published Sep 5, 2012. View the source record (openFDA) · FDA enforcement reports

Last checked against FDA data: Oct 2, 2026. Content last changed: Oct 2, 2026.

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Dole Italian Blend Recall

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